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YOUR DREAM TEAM ON THE SCENE
Ready to get you up to $1,500 to sleigh your holiday!
Two new Tax Pro Elves are on the scene at Jackson Hewitt with one wish. To get you money in minutes for the holidays, without having to wait for your refund, if approved for an Early Tax Refund Advance loan on a prepaid card. Starting Dec. 10, hurry in, it’s a win-win!
Your biggest refund belongs on your holiday wish list
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Our Tax Pro elves are here to bring in the cheer
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Jack is big on bigger refunds
Jack on a Stack is here to put the “fun” in your biggest refund, and without having to wait to get paid. Our Tax Pro elf wants you to get up to $1,500 in minutes, if approved for an Early Tax Refund Advance loan on a prepaid card.
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Annie is all about a tax advance
When you need your refund most, only a fast advance will do. Tax Advance Annie is on the scene to help you apply for money in minutes. Don’t forget to bring a recent paystub and current ID card to your appointment.
Benefits of an Early Tax Refund Advance
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The happiest holiday loan
Got holiday shopping to do ASAP and can’t wait for your tax refund to arrive? With Jackson Hewitt’s Early Tax Refund Advance, you can get a fast loan advance based on your tax refund of up to $1,500, as early as Dec. 10.
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The Money Today Guarantee
Only at Jackson Hewitt! Come in with a recent paystub to apply and leave with money in minutes. We guarantee it, if approved for an Early Tax Refund Advance loan on a prepaid card.
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The easy application process
We have some of the highest approval rates around and work hard to get you holiday money fast. Plus, applying for an Early Tax Refund Advance loan will not impact your credit score.
"Refund Advance really helps out my finances, especially around Christmas time since I'm a single mother of three children. It has saved the holiday on more than one occasion."
- Alejandra D.
How the Early Tax Refund Advance works
Only 3 easy steps to receive your Refund Advance as early as December 10.
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Bring your paystub
It’s easy to apply for money in minutes with a recent paystub and a government-issued ID card, such as a driver’s license or passport.
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Get up to $1,500
If approved, get $300 - $1,500 in minutes. Receive your Early Tax Refund Advance loan on a prepaid card, backed by our exclusive Money Today Guarantee.
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Easy to repay
Your loan gets paid back automatically with your tax refund after a finance charge is applied, for a convenient and hassle-free repayment process.
Book ahead for money in minutes!
When you need money fast, we deliver.
Fast, easy, convenient and great service. Jackson Hewitt helped me out when I needed it with the Christmas loan.
Jackson Hewitt made the process of doing my taxes early super easy, as well as getting the early loan that I needed to finish my Christmas shopping.
I'm done in less than an hour. I get a card with a loan on it minutes after I leave. Always thorough and detailed and friendly and the office is nice.
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Frequently asked questions about Early Tax Refund Advance
The Money Today Guarantee is only available to clients who (i) are approved for an Early Tax Refund Advance loan; and (ii) elect and are eligible to receive loan funds on a prepaid card. Loan available during hours of operation. Hours vary by location. Loan application must be submitted by 11pm local time. If funds are not credited to your card before 12am local time, Jackson Hewitt will credit $50 within 2 weeks to your card if available or provide you a $50 eGift card. Fees, terms, and conditions apply to the prepaid card.
The Early Tax Refund Advance (ETRA) is a loan secured by, and paid back with, your tax refund and is offered by First Century Bank, N.A. Loan amounts are determined by your expected federal refund, less authorized fees and underwriting. Loan amounts are $300, $500, $1,000, and $1,500. To be eligible for the $1,500 ETRA loan, your expected federal refund, less authorized fees, must be at least $5,000. Most common ETRA loan amount approved is $300. ETRA loan is subject to underwriting and approval. Loan proceeds are typically available on the same day of approval, if disbursed on a prepaid card offered at Jackson Hewitt offices, or in 1-5 business days with direct deposit. Terms and restrictions apply. For details visit jacksonhewitt.com/loans. Jackson Hewitt is a Rhode Island Licensed Loan Broker and holds other relevant licenses for the locations where this product is offered. If approved, a finance charge applies except for residents of CT and NE.
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Early Tax Refund Advance
The Early Tax Refund Advance (ETRA) is a loan secured by, and paid back with, your tax refund and is offered by First Century Bank, N.A. Loan amounts are determined by your expected federal refund, less authorized fees and underwriting. Loan amounts are $300, $500, $1,000, and $1,500. To be eligible for the $1,500 ETRA loan, your expected federal refund, less authorized fees, must be at least $5,000. Most common ETRA loan amount approved is $300. ETRA loan is subject to underwriting and approval. Loan proceeds are typically available on the same day of approval, if disbursed on a prepaid card offered at Jackson Hewitt offices, or in 1-5 business days with direct deposit. Terms and restrictions apply. For details visit jacksonhewitt.com/loans. Jackson Hewitt is a Rhode Island Licensed Loan Broker and holds other relevant licenses for the locations where this product is offered. If approved, a finance charge applies except for residents of CT and NE.
Money Today Guarantee
The Money Today Guarantee is only available to clients who (i) are approved for a refund advance loan; and (ii) elect and are eligible to receive loan funds on a prepaid card. Loan available during hours of operation. Hours vary by location. Loan application must be submitted by 11pm local time. If funds are not credited to your card before 12am local time, Jackson Hewitt will credit $50 within 2 weeks to your card if available or provide you a $50 eGift card. Fees, terms, and conditions apply to the prepaid card.
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Tax Refund Advance
The Tax Refund Advance (TRA) is a loan secured by, and paid back with, your tax refund and is offered by First Century Bank, N.A. Loan amounts are determined by your expected federal refund, less authorized fees and underwriting. Loan amounts are $500, $750, $1,000, $1,500, $2,500, and $3,500. To be eligible for the $3,500 TRA loan, a minimum refund amount of $5,000 is required. $7,100 is the minimum refund needed if you received an ETRA loan. Most approved applicants are eligible for a $1,500 TRA loan. TRA loan is subject to underwriting and approval. Loan proceeds are typically available on the same day of approval, if disbursed on a prepaid card offered at Jackson Hewitt offices, or in 1-5 business days with direct deposit. Terms and restrictions apply. For details visit jacksonhewitt.com/loans. Jackson Hewitt is a Rhode Island Licensed Loan Broker and holds other relevant licenses for the locations where this product is offered. If approved, a finance charge applies except for residents of CT and NE.
The Money Today Guarantee is only available to clients who (i) are approved for an Early Tax Refund Advance loan; and (ii) elect and are eligible to receive loan funds on a prepaid card. Loan available during hours of operation. Hours vary by location. Loan application must be submitted by 11pm local time. If funds are not credited to your card before 12am local time, Jackson Hewitt will credit $50 within 2 weeks to your card if available or provide you a $50 eGift card. Fees, terms, and conditions apply to the prepaid card.
The Early Tax Refund Advance (ETRA) is a loan secured by, and paid back with, your tax refund and is offered by First Century Bank, N.A. Loan amounts are determined by your expected federal refund, less authorized fees and underwriting. Loan amounts are $300, $500, $1,000, and $1,500. To be eligible for the $1,500 ETRA loan, your expected federal refund, less authorized fees, must be at least $5,000. Most common ETRA loan amount approved is $300. ETRA loan is subject to underwriting and approval. Loan proceeds are typically available on the same day of approval, if disbursed on a prepaid card offered at Jackson Hewitt offices, or in 1-5 business days with direct deposit. Terms and restrictions apply. For details visit jacksonhewitt.com/loans. Jackson Hewitt is a Rhode Island Licensed Loan Broker and holds other relevant licenses for the locations where this product is offered. If approved, a finance charge applies except for residents of CT and NE.
Money Today Guarantee
The Money Today Guarantee is only available to clients who (i) are approved for a refund advance loan; and (ii) elect and are eligible to receive loan funds on a prepaid card. Loan available during hours of operation. Hours vary by location. Loan application must be submitted by 11pm local time. If funds are not credited to your card before 12am local time, Jackson Hewitt will credit $50 within 2 weeks to your card if available or provide you a $50 eGift card. Fees, terms, and conditions apply to the prepaid card.
Early Tax Refund Advance
The Early Tax Refund Advance (ETRA) is a loan secured by, and paid back with, your tax refund and is offered by First Century Bank, N.A. Loan amounts are determined by your expected federal refund, less authorized fees and underwriting. Loan amounts are $300, $500, $1,000, and $1,500. To be eligible for the $1,500 ETRA loan, your expected federal refund, less authorized fees, must be at least $5,000. Most common ETRA loan amount approved is $300. ETRA loan is subject to underwriting and approval. Loan proceeds are typically available on the same day of approval, if disbursed on a prepaid card offered at Jackson Hewitt offices, or in 1-5 business days with direct deposit. Terms and restrictions apply. For details visit jacksonhewitt.com/loans. Jackson Hewitt is a Rhode Island Licensed Loan Broker and holds other relevant licenses for the locations where this product is offered. If approved, a finance charge applies except for residents of CT and NE.